What is the most punctual flight time for London to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Istanbul?

Aegean Airlines, Vueling, and Air Serbia are the most popular carriers operating from London to Istanbul

How many flights depart from London to Istanbul on average per week?

224 flights are operational weekly from London to Istanbul as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 21% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from London to Istanbul on average per day?

As of January 2026, 32 flights take off from London and land in Istanbul each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 17:00, with 46% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How often are flights from London to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between London and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 129 minutes.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Istanbul?

Prices for flights from London to Istanbul are updated daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from London to Istanbul?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Istanbul.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

The required travel and health documents for your Istanbul trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Istanbul?

Prices are currently high for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from €73 to €144. The lowest price recently found on this route was €160.

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07:00 - 13:55

LHR

IST

3h 55mdirect

18:40 - 19:55

IST

LHR

4h 15mdirect

€160British Airways

Fri, 20 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar

17:10 - 00:05

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IST

3h 55mdirect

07:35 - 09:05

IST

LHR

4h 30mdirect

€161British Airways

Tue, 17 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar

10:30 - 17:25

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IST

3h 55mdirect

07:35 - 09:05

IST

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4h 30mdirect

€162British Airways

Mon, 2 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

18:30 - 00:20

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IST

3h 50mdirect

15:40 - 17:50

IST

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4h 10mdirect

€163British Airways

Sat, 2 May - Sun, 3 May

12:20 - 18:25

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IST

4h 05mdirect

19:55 - 21:55

IST

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4h 00mdirect

€163British Airways

Wed, 29 Apr - Tue, 12 May

16:35 - 23:25

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IST

3h 50mdirect

13:50 - 14:55

IST

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4h 05mdirect

€172Turkish Airlines

Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb

16:35 - 23:25

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IST

3h 50mdirect

14:55 - 16:05

IST

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4h 10mdirect

€173Turkish Airlines

Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

18:05 - 01:00

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IST

3h 55mdirect

07:35 - 09:05

IST

LHR

4h 30mdirect

€174British Airways

Wed, 4 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb

17:30 - 00:25

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IST

3h 55mdirect

18:40 - 19:55

IST

LHR

4h 15mdirect

€176British Airways

Thu, 5 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar

20:50 - 18:20

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SAW

18h 30m

1 stop

09:20 - 14:45

SAW

LHR

8h 25m

1 stop

€226Multiple Airlines

Thu, 26 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

Turkish Airlines flights from London to Istanbul

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Turkish Airlines

5 Feb

LHR16:35London Heathrow

3h 50m

IST23:25Istanbul

12 Feb

IST13:50Istanbul

4h 05m

LHR14:55London Heathrow

€172

Turkish Airlines

4 Feb

LHR16:35London Heathrow

3h 50m

IST23:25Istanbul

11 Feb

IST14:55Istanbul

4h 10m

LHR16:05London Heathrow

€173

Turkish Airlines

20 Jan

LHR22:35London Heathrow

3h 50m

IST05:25Istanbul

26 Jan

IST15:10Istanbul

4h 00m

LHR16:10London Heathrow

€194

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Air Serbia

24 Feb

LHR13:20London Heathrow

23h 35m

1 stop

IST15:55Istanbul

26 Feb

IST05:20Istanbul

10h 00m

1 stop

LHR12:20London Heathrow

€189

Air Serbia

23 Mar

LHR13:20London Heathrow

11h 50m

1 stop

IST04:10Istanbul

24 Mar

IST17:35Istanbul

21h 45m

1 stop

LHR12:20London Heathrow

€190

Air Serbia

16 Feb

LHR13:20London Heathrow

11h 50m

1 stop

IST04:10Istanbul

2 Mar

IST05:30Istanbul

9h 50m

1 stop

LHR12:20London Heathrow

€191

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€160

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€161

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10:30-17:25

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07:35-09:05

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€162

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Istanbul

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15:40-17:50

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€163

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London Heathrow

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12:20-18:25

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Istanbul

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19:55-21:55

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€163

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LHRIST

London Heathrow

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16:35-23:25

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Istanbul

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€172

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16:35-23:25

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Istanbul

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14:55-16:05

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€173

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LHR - IST

LHRIST

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18:05-01:00

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Istanbul

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07:35-09:05

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€174

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LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 5/3

17:30-00:25

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 9/3

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

€176

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LHR - SAW

LHRSAW

London Heathrow

Thu 26/2

20:50-18:20

1 stop18h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 2/3

09:20-14:45

1 stop8h 25m

€226

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Istanbul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

The month of January is another great option to travel to Istanbul, with average flight prices from London averaging around €96.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

The cheapest day to depart from London to Istanbul is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for Istanbul on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as €97. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from London to Istanbul for around €991.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Istanbul is in the evening. Flights from London to Istanbul during this time can be as low as €259. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around €604. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest London to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around €258 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from London for as low as €235 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on London to Istanbul flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	6h 40m
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Airports in Istanbul	2 airports

The fastest flight from London to Istanbul takes 6h 40m

Direct flights go from London to Istanbul every day.

There are 2 airports in Istanbul. From London there are direct flights to Istanbul (IST).

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How far is London to Istanbul by plane?
The distance between London and Istanbul is about 2496.9 km. By plane, this route typically takes 6h 40m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Istanbul?
Prices for flights from London to Istanbul are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from London to Istanbul?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Istanbul.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?
The required travel and health documents for your Istanbul trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from London to Istanbul?

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Istanbul

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Istanbul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

The month of January is another great option to travel to Istanbul, with average flight prices from London averaging around €96.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

What is the cheapest London to Istanbul flight route?

Fly from London Gatwick to Istanbul for the best London - Istanbul flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul?

What cabin class options are available on London to Istanbul flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Istanbul?

Aegean Airlines, Vueling, and Air Serbia are the most popular carriers operating from London to Istanbul

How often are flights from London to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between London and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 129 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from London to Istanbul on average per day?

As of January 2026, 32 flights take off from London and land in Istanbul each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 17:00, with 46% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from London to Istanbul on average per week?

224 flights are operational weekly from London to Istanbul as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 21% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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How far is London to Istanbul by plane?

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What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from London to Istanbul?

Can I find flights from London to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from London to Istanbul?

I’m not ready to book a flight from London to Istanbul right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

An easier way to manage your Istanbul trip

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